Brother has announced that its next generation of direct to film printing solutions, the Brother DTRX, will be launched in January 2026.

This new system combines outstanding print quality with proven reliability, empowering users to confidently manage larger orders and expand their production capacity.

Designed for professional, high-volume operations, the DTRX features an 80cm print width supported by an 81cm roll width, ensuring consistent, high-quality results across large-format projects.

Mikkelsen Innovation ApS has successfully concluded its showcase of the revolutionary FASTSEWN technology at two of the United States' premier industry events, PRINTING United Expo and the Advanced Textiles Association Expo.

The showcases generated significant interest, with industry professionals recognising its potential to transform textile production.

Oldenzaal, Netherlands – November 2025 – Klieverik, a leader in industrial rotary thermo-processing machinery, has announced its successful participation at the recent Hof Nonwovens Days.

The event provided an excellent platform for the company to showcase its advanced nonwoven thermobonding calenders, laminating calenders, and powder spreaders, drawing significant interest from industry professionals.

Premier Digital Textiles and Hybrid Services, Mimaki’s exclusive distributor for the UK and Ireland, recently highlighted the power of industry collaboration at the TRAPIS & More Showcase.

The event, held at Hybrid’s showroom, brought together leaders in print design and manufacturing to demonstrate how partnership is driving the next wave of textile innovation, with a strong focus on sustainability and performance.

The showcase served as a platform to exhibit the convergence of advanced print technology, materials science, and creative application.

Premier Digital Textiles played a crucial role by supplying its PrepRITE™ digitally prepared fabrics, which are engineered to deliver the consistency and colour vibrancy demanded by modern digital printing systems like those from Mimaki

WILMINGTON, Del.--(The LYCRA Company, a global leader in innovative and sustainable fiber solutions for the apparel and personal care industries, today announced the official opening of its largest spandex production facility—the LYCRA^® fiber (Yinchuan) Plant in Ningxia Province, China.

This milestone underscores the company’s continued investment in the Chinese market and highlights its strong commitment to developing localized supply and distribution networks while advancing smart manufacturing upgrades.

This milestone underscores the company’s continued investment in the Chinese market and highlights its strong commitment to developing localized supply and distribution networks while advancing smart manufacturing upgrades.

Following a successful showcase at PRINTING United Expo in Orlando, Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS) is actively developing its strategic roadmap for 2026.

Key discussions took place at the MultiCam, Inc. factory in Dallas, Texas, bringing together leadership to shape the future of the company.

Dimitri Van Gaever, Global Marketing Director at Kongsberg PCS, spent the week following the expo collaborating with colleagues at the MultiCam facility.

The meetings focused on integrating fresh perspectives and formulating ambitious plans that will drive the company's growth and innovation through 2026.

This strategic alignment between the Kongsberg PCS and MultiCam teams underscores a shared commitment to leading the industry forward.

LONDON, UK – November 2025  – Fiery, LLC, the leading digital front end (DFE) technology provider, today announced its participation in TechnoDays 2025, an exclusive two-day event hosted by Epson France.

The event, dedicated to innovation in textile creation and production, will take place on November 25 and 26, 2025, at the Epson Demo Center in Clichy, near Paris.

TechnoDays 2025 will bring together leaders in fashion, textile production, and digital innovation to explore the future of the industry.

Welwyn Garden City November 2025 – VeriVide Limited, a leader in colour assessment technology, today announced its participation in a key supplier event hosted by Tesco in Welwyn Garden City.

Representatives from VeriVide met with Tesco's leading UK-based suppliers to demonstrate how its ecosystem of colour management solutions can foster smarter and more sustainable decision-making throughout the supply chain.

The event provided a platform for VeriVide to engage directly with prominent British businesses, sharing expert knowledge on the critical role of accurate colour assessment.

London November 2025 – ARTS THREAD, in collaboration with the global athletic apparel company lululemon, today announced the launch of the "Apparel & Accessories Design Challenge: Life in Motion".

This new initiative invites emerging designers to create versatile apparel that supports a dynamic, modern lifestyle, seamlessly transitioning from athletic activities to work and social environments.

The challenge is designed to discover and champion the next generation of design talent. Participants are encouraged to submit innovative designs that reflect the realities of daily life, where movement and adaptability are key.

London, UK – November 2025 – Charing Cross Underground Station was transformed into an unlikely fashion runway this week, as emerging designers from the University of the Arts London (UAL) presented a collection of cheese-inspired couture.

The show, hosted in partnership with CNIEL (the French Dairy Interbranch Organisation), featured 18 striking creations celebrating the artistry and diversity of French fromage.

The unique event saw students from the Pre-Degree 3D Design course reimagine the relationship between gastronomy and design.

Cracow Poland – November 2025 - Antigro Designer today announced the launch of Sticker Builder 2.0, a completely redesigned version of its popular online tool.

The update promises a faster, more intuitive, and streamlined process for customers ordering custom stickers, directly addressing the need for efficiency and simplicity in e-commerce design tools.

The new interface was developed with a focus on purposeful design, removing unnecessary steps and distractions to guide users smoothly through the ordering process.

AVA CAD/CAM Group Ltd, a leader in specialised design and manufacturing software for the decorative industries, has announced its successful participation at the ITMA Asia + CITME SG 2025 exhibition in Singapore.

The event provided a significant platform for the company to engage with a diverse range of professionals from the global textile and surface design sectors.

Throughout the exhibition, AVA showcased its latest software innovations, which are engineered to enhance design workflows, improve production efficiency, and support sustainable manufacturing practices.

Ghent, Belgium – November 2025 – Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS), a global leader in digital cutting solutions, today announced a highly successful showing at the recent PRINTING United Expo 2025.

The company’s booth was a major hub of activity, attracting a significant volume of attendees and resulting in meaningful engagement with customers and partners from across the globe.

Throughout the event, Kongsberg PCS demonstrated its commitment to innovation by showcasing its latest cutting-edge technology.

Transmatic SRL, a globally recognised leader in designing and manufacturing high-precision printing machinery, is proud to celebrate its 40th anniversary.

Since 1984, the company has been at the forefront of the heat transfer printing industry, delivering state-of-the-art heat presses, sublimation systems, and continuous printing solutions to a worldwide market.

Founded on the principle of removing obstacles to production and creativity, Transmatic has built a legacy of excellence through continuous investment in research and cutting-edge technology.

Crewe November 2025 – Hybrid Services, the exclusive distributor for Mimaki in the UK and Ireland, has announced it will host two free regional Open Days this Winter.

The events, scheduled for Whiston, Merseyside, and Gravesend, Kent, will provide sign and graphics professionals with an opportunity to experience the latest print and cutting technologies in a local setting.

The Open Days are designed to bring Mimaki's cutting-edge solutions directly to industry professionals. Attendees will benefit from live demonstrations, one-on-one consultations with product specialists

November 2025 – Georg+Otto Friedrich GmbH, a leading producer of high-quality technical textiles, recently celebrated its 75th company anniversary.

The milestone event brought together colleagues from all three of the company's locations, as well as its sister companies, to honour its rich history and look forward to a future of continued innovation.

Since its inception, Georg+Otto Friedrich has been a pillar of the German textile industry.

The company has been producing premium technical textiles in Germany since 1950, establishing a legacy built on reliability, sustainability, and team spirit.

Bristol, UK – November 2025 – Drytac, a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials, has announced that many of its high-performance films and adhesives are engineered for application in cold weather conditions.

These innovative products are designed to maintain their grip in temperatures as low as –20°C (–4°F), ensuring that graphics installations can proceed without interruption throughout the winter months.

As temperatures drop, standard adhesives often become brittle and fail, leading to costly project delays and material failures.

Drytac addresses this critical industry challenge with a range of specialised materials that offer reliable adhesion even in sub-zero environments

London, UK  – Sawgrass Technologies, a global leader in sublimation printing technology, is proud to announce that Longforte Trading Ltd has joined its global dealer network as an Official Sawgrass Dealer in the United Kingdom.

This strategic partnership combines Sawgrass’s industry-leading desktop sublimation printers and inks with Longforte’s established position as one of the UK’s largest suppliers of sublimation blanks and consumables.

The collaboration will provide British creators, makers, and print businesses with a more streamlined and accessible path from creative concept to finished product.

Lienz, Austria – November 2025  – Durst Group, a leading manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, has announced the launch of its groundbreaking P5 SMP (Supermultipass) printing system.

The unveiling took place at an exclusive event in Lienz, welcoming over 60 industry leaders from around the world to witness the next evolution in large-format printing.

The P5 SMP is engineered to redefine versatility and performance in graphic printing. At 3.5 metres wide and capable of speeds up to 1,940 sqm/h, the system is equipped with 30 printhead rows and offers an annual capacity of over 5 million square metres.